Andrew Robinson, candidate for the West Virginia State Senate 17th District, is a lifelong resident of the Kanawha Valley. His mother and father, Joyce and Nelson Robinson raised him with a strong West Virginian work ethic and showed him that the path to success can be paved by investing in his education and his community.

Growing up in the Kanawha Valley set Andrew up for a lifetime of community service and activism. His mother began her career with the Social Security Administration as a clerical worker and climbed the rungs to retire as an Area Supervisor. College was not a financial option for Andrew’s father, who joined the Navy directly out of High School and went on to become a successful entrepreneur.

Andrew graduated from Capital High School in 2004 and attended West Virginia University, graduating with a Multidisciplinary Studies Degree. While working toward his undergraduate degree, Andrew also completed a four year Auctioneering apprenticeship, attended World Wide College of Auctioneering to gain his Auctioneer’s license, and passed the state examination to become a licensed Real Estate Agent. Other students at WVU often spoke of their wish to leave the area, but Andrew always knew that West Virginia and the Kanawha Valley would always be his home.

Andrew continued to grow his career in Real Estate including sales, investments, and management, eventually achieving a Real Estate Broker’s License. In 2012, Andrew added the pursuit of a Real Estate Appraisal Certification and his Masters Degree in Corporate and Organizational Communication, achieving both of these in 2015. Andrew's completion of his Real Estate Appraisal Certification was followed with an appointment to the Property Valuation Training and Procedures Commission by Governor Earl Ray Tomblin.

In addition to his professional and academic life, Andrew enjoys spending time with his son, Brayden. Together they participate in community programs and such as Cub Scouts, Little League Baseball, soccer and basketball. A skilled leader and team builder, Andrew spent three years coaching the Boy’s Soccer Team at Horace Mann Middle School.

Andrew Robinson’s personal and professional life has always revolved around the State of West Virginia and the Kanawha Valley. Having gained so much from his community over the years, Andrew is committed to investing in the next generation of West Virginians and expanding on the opportunities that have enriched his life here. Andrew is excited to contribute and influence his community in an active role in the West Virginia State Legislature.